Fashion Design & Cosmetology — Diploma (Level 6)

The Diploma in Fashion and Design — CDACC Level 6 — is the department's flagship advanced programme for designers who want to build brands, teach or lead production. Tuition is approximately KES 45,000 per year, with an application fee of KES 1,500.

Programme Content

• Advanced design development, draping and couture techniques.
• CAD for fashion and digital portfolio production.
• Textile technology, quality assurance and production planning.
• Fashion entrepreneurship — branding, pricing and retailing.
• Collection design presented at the institute's fashion showcase.
• Industrial attachment with established designers or factories.

Career Outcomes

Graduates launch their own labels and tailoring houses, manage garment production, style for media and events, or train others in fashion colleges and workshops. The portfolio and showreel of work assembled during the diploma open doors to employers and clients alike.

Entry requires a relevant certificate or qualifying KCSE grades — see the application guidelines. Explore the course catalogue and apply online.